H1B
H-1B visa lottery results, cap season updates, wage level analysis, employer sponsorship data, and transfer rules. Covers registration, selection, RFE trends, and premium processing timelines for FY2026.
Denied PERM Can Jeopardize H-1B 7th-Year Extension Under AC21 Rules
Navigate H-1B transfers, AC21 extensions, and the 6-year limit. Learn how PERM denials affect status and why the 30-day appeal window is vital in 2026.
Ernst & Young US LLP, Amazon Services, and Google Lead New York H-1B Visa Sponsorships
USCIS completes FY 2027 H-1B cap selection by March 31, 2026. Selected employers must file petitions between April…
H-1B Visa Sponsors Adopt Wage-Weighted Selection as Record-Breaking Salaries Rise
USCIS completes FY 2027 H-1B selection using a new wage-weighted lottery. California tech hubs lead with record salaries…
USCIS Issues Oversight Statement as H-1B Workers Navigate Dual-Status Tax Returns
Learn how 2025 dual-status tax filing affects H-1B status and future immigration, including key deadlines and USCIS compliance…
San Jose Leads California H-1B Visa Sponsorships in 2026 as Tech Jobs Concentrate
USCIS concludes FY 2027 H-1B lottery selections by March 31, 2026. California leads hiring as employers prepare for…
Cognizant, Infosys, and Tesla Lead Texas H-1B Visa Sponsorships in 2026
Learn how Texas universities and nonprofits use cap-exempt H-1B petitions for year-round hiring without the 2026 lottery risks.
Big Tech H-1B Filings Fall as Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft Cut Jobs Under Wage-Weighted Picks
New $100,000 fees and wage-weighted selection have caused H-1B filings to plummet in 2026, as tech giants pivot…
H-1B Visa Holders Face Substantial Presence Test in 2026. When Are They Resident Aliens?
The 2026 H-1B update covers wage-based selection rules, tax residency tests, and new fees to ensure compliance for…
10 Best States for H-1B Visa Holders in 2026 as $100,000 Consular Fee Looms
USCIS ends the random H-1B lottery for FY 2027, replacing it with a wage-based selection system. Higher salaries…
From F-1 to H-1B Visa: When You Start Paying FICA Taxes
Learn how the F-1 to H-1B transition affects FICA, residency status, and treaty benefits in 2026. Manage payroll…